Technical Project Lead - Pharma, GMP, AVI

Technical Project Lead - Pharma, GMP, AVI vacancy for a globally operating Zurich based company in the Pharma sector.

Your tasks:

Technical/Functional Expertise

• Strong background in process engineering and visual inspection technologies, ideally in parenteral or IV bag manufacturing
  
• Strong supplier management skills, including vendor assessment, contracting, and performance verification
• Experience in URS/TechSpec development, vendor management, and feasibility studies
• Experience in facilitating supplier engagement and feedback loops during concept and feasibility phases
• Familiarity with cGMP, regulatory requirements, and pharmaceutical automation
  
• Familiarity with AI/ML applications in visual inspection, including data requirements and algorithm validation
• Hands-on approach with the ability to drive execution from scouting to concept finalization
• Proven ability to scout, evaluate, and implement emerging technologies (eg AI in AVI)
• Experience with PoC, prototype testing, and early-stage technology validation
• Ability to benchmark and position AVI solutions within the broader industry landscape
• Strategic thinker with strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Capable of leading cross-functional teams and external partners
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability and delivery focus

Your experience/knowledge:

• Degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related technical field
  10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical engineering or related industry
• Expertise in AVI
• Demonstrated experience in implementing emerging technologies into commercial manufacturing environments
• Strong project management and technical writing skills
• Fluent in English (written and oral)
• Travel to vendor sites and internal facilities expected (up to 30%)

Location: Zurich, Switzerland
Work setting: Hybrid
Sector: Pharma
Start: ASAP
Duration: 6months +
Workload: 100%
Ref.Nr.: BH 23298

Take the next step and send a resume along with a daytime phone number where the company can reach you.

Due to Swiss work permit restrictions, only applications from Swiss nationals, EU citizens, and current work-permit holders for Switzerland will be considered.

Applications are welcomed from individuals of all genders, age groups, sexual orientations, personal expressions, ethnic backgrounds, and religious beliefs. Therefore, there is no requirement to provide gender information or a photo in the application.

As per client requirements, information about marital status, nationality, date of birth, and a valid Swiss work permit is needed. For applicants with disabilities, potential solutions can be explored with the end client.